Ciudad Vieja Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Montevideo
Montevideo showing a high-rise building and heritage architecture
Montevideo featuring a sunset, a sandy beach and a day spa
Montevideo showing a city, street scenes and a high-rise building
Montevideo which includes modern architecture

Popular places to visit

Port Market

Port Market

4/5(2 reviews)

Step inside this impressive 19th-century marketplace to experience the sights, sounds and smells of traditional Uruguayan steakhouses.

Port Market
Salvo Palace which includes street scenes, a sunset and a city

Salvo Palace

4.5/5(2 reviews)

Admire a tower building that combines an eclectic mix of architectural styles and then enjoy spectacular city views from an observation deck.

Salvo Palace
Solis Theater

Solis Theater

4.5/5(3 reviews)

Famed for its architecture and acoustics, this theater is a fantastic place to watch ballet, comedy, theater and opera performances.

Solis Theater
Montevideo Cathedral showing religious elements, heritage architecture and a church or cathedral

Montevideo Cathedral

5/5(5 reviews)

Admire the neoclassical architecture and elegant interior of this historic cathedral and then spot the tombs of famous Uruguayan dignitaries.

Montevideo Cathedral
Peatonal Sarandí

Peatonal Sarandí

You can find out about the history of Montevideo with a stop at Peatonal Sarandí. Discover the area's museums and monuments.

Peatonal Sarandí

Independence Plaza

4.5/5(3 reviews)

You can learn about the history of Montevideo with a visit to Independence Plaza. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.

Independence Plaza

Activities

Tourist Bus Discover Montevideo

Tourist Bus Discover Montevideo

AU$39
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Tourist Bus Discover Montevideo
Montevideo City Tour Shore Excursion for Cruise Passengers

Montevideo City Tour EARLY BOOKING -20 OFF for Cruise Passengers

AU$77
per adult
Montevideo City Tour EARLY BOOKING -20 OFF for Cruise Passengers
Montevideo Exclusive ‐ Private Tour with local guide

Montevideo Exclusive ‐ Private Tour with local guide

AU$247
per adult
Montevideo Exclusive ‐ Private Tour with local guide
The Best Montevideo City Tour

The Best Montevideo City Tour

AU$56
per adult
The Best Montevideo City Tour
Best Shared Tour of Montevideo for Cruise Passengers

Discover Montevideo in a Small Group: Unique Cruise Experience

AU$102
per adult
Discover Montevideo in a Small Group: Unique Cruise Experience
Montevideo: Full-Day Bike Rental

Montevideo: Full-Day Bike Rental

AU$28
per adult
Montevideo: Full-Day Bike Rental
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Our pick of the best Ciudad Vieja Hotel Deals

Puerto Mercado Hotel
Puerto Mercado Hotel
3.5 out of 5
Cerrito 262, Montevideo
The price is AU$98 per night from 1 May to 2 May
AU$98
includes taxes & fees
1 May - 2 May
Stay at this 3.5-star family-friendly hotel in Montevideo. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very good! (685 reviews)
"Excellent"

Reviewed on 11 Apr. 2025

Puerto Mercado Hotel
Radisson Montevideo Victoria Plaza Hotel
Radisson Montevideo Victoria Plaza Hotel
4 out of 5
759 Plaza Independencia, Montevideo
The price is AU$235 per night from 29 Apr to 30 Apr
AU$235
includes taxes & fees
29 Apr - 30 Apr
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in Montevideo. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions Radisson Victoria Plaza Casino ...
8.4/10 Very good! (764 reviews)
"el mejor hotel en Montevideo, pero bastante antiguo"

Reviewed on 19 Apr. 2025

Radisson Montevideo Victoria Plaza Hotel
Alma Histórica Boutique Hotel
Alma Histórica Boutique Hotel
4 out of 5
Solis 1433, Montevideo
The price is AU$214 per night from 5 May to 6 May
AU$214
includes taxes & fees
5 May - 6 May
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Montevideo. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (229 reviews)
"Very kind and thoughtful staff. We really enjoyed the interaction with them"

Reviewed on 20 Apr. 2025

Alma Histórica Boutique Hotel
NH Montevideo Columbia
NH Montevideo Columbia
4.5 out of 5
Rambla Gran Bretaña 473, Montevideo
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$106 per night from 30 Apr to 1 May
AU$106
includes taxes & fees
30 Apr - 1 May
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Montevideo. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Popular attractions Montevideo Cathedral ...
7.6/10 Good! (530 reviews)
Wonderful hotel
"Fabulous hotel and all the staff are so helpful and welcoming. We were checked in very quickly and efficiently. The room was very comfortable and quiet. We enjoyed dinner the restaurant . Overall highly recommend!"

Reviewed on 4 Mar. 2025

NH Montevideo Columbia
Axsur Design Hotel
Axsur Design Hotel
4 out of 5
Misiones 1260, Montevideo
The price is AU$131 per night from 11 May to 12 May
AU$131
includes taxes & fees
11 May - 12 May
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Montevideo. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and room service. Popular attractions Montevideo Cathedral and Casa Rivera are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (552 reviews)
"The hotel listed having a kitchen and bar. The kitchen was limited to offering a mediocre breakfast. The bar was limited to selling one type of beer, no wine nor cocktails. The amenities included a gym. A small, dark room with three aerobic devices does not count as a gym. The staff were helpful ..."

Reviewed on 20 Mar. 2025

Axsur Design Hotel
Palacio Hotel
Palacio Hotel
3.5 out of 5
Bartolomé Mitre 1364, Ciudad Vieja,, Montevideo
The price is AU$78 per night from 27 Apr to 28 Apr
AU$78
includes taxes & fees
27 Apr - 28 Apr
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Montevideo. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (159 reviews)
"The hotel had character and was in a good location to see the city centre. The centre of Montevideo is a bit run down and lacking in sights compared to Colonia or other countries. If you go to Montevideo this hotel is cheap and makes a comfortable base to stay."

Reviewed on 2 Apr. 2025

Palacio Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Ciudad Vieja

Montevideo

Montevideo Centro

3.5/5(3 area reviews)

Montevideo Centro is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Salvo Palace and Radisson Victoria Plaza Casino.

Montevideo Centro
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Barrio Sur

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Barrio Sur and surrounding area, you can visit Salvo Palace and Radisson Victoria Plaza Casino.

Barrio Sur
Mercado Agricola de Montevideo featuring markets as well as a large group of people

Aguada

If you're spending some time in Aguada, Legislative Palace and Mercado Agricola de Montevideo are top sights worth seeing.

Aguada
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Palermo

While Palermo may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Ramirez Beach and Palacio Municipal.

Palermo
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Cordón

While visiting Cordón, you might make a stop by sights like Tristan Narvaja Flea Market and Palacio Municipal.

Cordón
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Parque Rodó

You'll enjoy the beaches and restaurants in Parque Rodó. You might want to make time for a stop at Ramirez Beach or Rambla of Montevideo.

Parque Rodó

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